2 of 2 Reviews. Photos posted on other review…read more Quality/Quantity - A must visit, but if you can take public transportation, that is the recommended route. Driving and parking is a challenge. 300 + businesses. 11 restaurants & bars. 3 breweries/distilleries. 60 room hotel. Art, culture, water front, water taxis. And of course, the Public Market was crazy busy. Oh, when eating outside, be alert of the seagulls, birds, etc. 50+ businesses just in this market. Ambiance - Amazing history, from a waste land to the thriving business it is today!! Entertainment; see pictures or their websites. Service - Good. Price - Tourist prices, but still very reasonable. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success since the 1970s. We became customers and regulars since the 1990s.

If you're a tourist, I think it's worth visiting once. Definitely worth visiting if you have kids…read more But I probably won't be back personally. Parking is a mess, highly recommend parking across the bridge and walking. On the island, navigation is chaos - but you can stroll around and take in the sights. There's a little bit of everything - a public market, a small waterpark for kids, lots of artist studios and galleries, a hotel, some restaurants, and a wharf. My favorite part was the pet store - if you have dogs, definitely stop by!

There are lots of stores here. It feels upscale and contemporary in design with 3 floors to explore.read more

This mall is conveniently located in downtown Vancouver and offers a wide variety of shops with…read moregoods at different price points. I visited during my trip and found plenty of options to suit almost any shopper or budget. That said, I was disappointed that none of the stores carried traditional relaxed or straight-fit jeans--every option seemed to be barrel or loose fit, which wasn't what I was looking for. As a result, I left without making a purchase, though I still enjoyed browsing the stores and checking out their merchandise.

We went to many different souvenir shops around Vancouver and found this one to be the best in…read moreterms of selection, quality and value. You'll find a number of items, food and other items that are very Canada specific, such as Maple syrup, Maple tea, and other maple-related snacks. We also found it hard to find a shop where you can find clothing that lasts and is very comfortable. We picked up a couple fleece and shirts here and they survived the wash and are still comfortable weeks later, and they were such a good price, nearly half of what you'd expect. The deals on standard keychains and magnets were also very good so we bought dozens.

I am local but I enjoyed browsing in this store although I was closely watched which was somewhat…read moreunpleasant.I like Knicknacks,Snacks and Novelty items which there are many in the store along with clothing.Prices are good so I would recommend it as they have an interesting selection of stuff..

stopped in at city square shopping centre to meet up with a friend for dim sum near city hall, and…read morehonestly, it's such an underrated little spot. on the busy intersection of 12th and cambie, this place has a bit of everything, anchor stores like dollarama, daiso, and sungiven foods, plus a ton of smaller shops that give it a cozy, local vibe. the glass atrium makes it feel bright and airy even on gloomy vancouver days. there's a food court with solid options, kin's market, and a few wellness spots. there's also hot yoga, fitness world, dental, a florist, salon, and spa, seriously, it's like a mini community hub. parking was super easy, two free hours if you validate with a retailer (over $5), and it's super convenient being steps away from the cambie canada line station. not your huge flashy mall, but it's got charm, convenience, and a lot of what you may need in one spot.

This review is regarding the PARKADE only, not a reflection of the mall itself or the stores…read morewithin. You MUST validate your parking at Sungiven Foods for 2-hour free parking, all other stores only validate for 1.5 hours - and I learned this the hard way. It was my first time driving to City Square, and I saw the sign in the parkade that read "Enjoy 2 hours free parking with purchase". I went to Dollarama first, and had my ticket validated there. I shopped around, and Sungiven Foods was one of my last stops before returning to my car. As I was driving out of the parkade, I was surprised that there was an overdue balance of $4.25 at the gate, even though I was in City Square for less than 2 hours (I had a timer on my phone). I called parking assistance and they sent Chandani to deal with the issue. She did not want to listen to my situation and was very rude and unhelpful. She kept insisting I pay for the ticket or go back upstairs to revalidate, and then walked away. I understand she may not have any authority to authorize anything or override the ticket, but she did not bother to listen or try to get help. I checked my timer, and saw that I was cutting it very close to 2 hours, so if I had re-parked my car and went back upstairs to revalidate, I would definitely go over the 2-hour limit. I paid the ticket and checked the website when I got home, and I understand that the City Square regulations states: -90 minutes FREE parking with a minimum $5.00 purchase from City Square retailers. -One retailer stamp per parking ticket allowed. Please bring your parking ticket along with you to the retailer for validation. I am upset because there was no indication (either on the website on signage posted in the mall or parkade) that the retailer stamp HAD to be from Sungiven Foods specifically (and be validated there first) in order to qualify for 2-hour free parking (instead of 90 min). Chandani also gave me the wrong information, and I would not have been able to re-validate at Sungiven foods anyways if I went back upstairs, as only one retailer stamp per parking ticket is allowed (as per the website). I did email the admin at City Square as well with my concerns over the signage, and asked for a possible refund. Chasity from Reception & Administration directed me to Precise Parklink in regards to the ticket refund. I didn't bother contacting Precise Parklink because on paper, I did exceed the 1.5 hour parking limit, but the reason for this is because of the misleading and unclear signage in my opinion.

Mall was bright but nothing special…read more Conveniently located, in the downtown of Vancouver. Just the heart of everything. All the shops you need are there: Lululemon, Pink, Norstrom, food court. Just a regular store. Just wish Nike is inside too (maybe a small store in additional to the Robson Street location). Value is good for some stores, reasonable for others, food court seems pricey. Every store customer service was good. I would come again if I am around the vicinity.

pacific centre is one of those malls that doesn't make a big show of itself above ground, but slip…read moreinside and you're suddenly in this underground network that stretches across two to three city blocks. escalators and tunnels funnel you past anchors like apple, h&m, holt renfrew (three entire floors of it), there's aritzia, sephora, purdy's, and david's tea, banana republic, lush, sephora, nespresso, and all the phone carriers line the halls too, a reminder that you can shop your data plan and update your wardrobe in the same circuit. so happy to see kiokii and added to the mix. there's canada goose, and diptyque on the second floor. holt renfrew is the undeniable crown jewel, all polished marble and prestige, but the absence of the hudson's bay still lingers, not to mention, i am still mourning the loss of nordstrom. the gaps make you wonder what could come next, hopefully zara, uniqlo, and simons, maybe even ikea in a compact downtown format? and imagine if they tucked in a vip cineplex. suddenly pacific centre becomes not just a shopping trip, but an all day destination. a bright spot: the meinhardt's space is set to transform into aburi market, scheduled for the fall 2025. a japanese grocer with sushi, bentos, frozen goods, imports, and even its own bakery concept, exactly the kind of flavour infusion this place needs. to their credit, the mall does make an effort to keep things lively with seasonal activations and pop ups. paragon tea has popped up (albeit relegated to the dungeons), and they've had make your own floral bouquets, cookie decorating sessions, and celebrated the lunar new year with a dragon dance, with some stores participating in the festivities, they have displays of christmas trees and school choirs too. still, the food court hasn't caught up to the rest. if they leveled it up, like brentwood, pacific centre could easily move from practical pit stop to a true downtown hub. with the right mix of retailers, good eats, and maybe a little entertainment, this underground stretch could become the kind of place you want to hang out, not just pass through.

I actually checked out the Frock Shoppe for the first time today! Not sure how I missed this place…read moreconsidering what a vintage freak I am. Anyhow, I love it. Really nice vintage store. It's set up nicely, it's clean, and organized well. My favourite part though, is that they have lots of gorgeous older pieces. You can tell that each piece is hand picked for the shop. So glad I finally stopped by!

Community makes me believe in vintage and thrift again. Sound dramatic? Maybe you haven't been…read morethrifting in Vancouver as a plus size woman! Vancouver's vintage and consignment is already notoriously expensive and caters almost exclusively to a small dress size. Community, a Vintage and Consignment that is run by a non-profit Downtown Eastside housing and resource society not only engages with the neighbourhood it lives in, but also works to diversify its size range to engage with shoppers of many sizes. It hires women from the neighbourhood to work in the business and portions of the proceeds go back into the neighbourhood, which feels great while you shop! The space is small but well utilized and well decorated. Great jewelry by local designers is on display and the clothes have a very consistent and curated turnover rate. And the prices!! Compared to Vancouvers vintage scene, Community is absolutely the fairest price I've found yet. These days even Value Village is getting pricey so to go to a shop where the selection is so well picked out and find something affordable feels great. Again, I'm a plus size shopper who finds an amazing score here 90% of the time. Pieces from Community make up probably 50% of my wardrobe. See you there this weekend!

The Granville Island Public Market is a large walkable market with lots of outdoor space as well as…read moreindoor spaces. With it being so popular, it can get a bit crowded regarding people and parking. It's a common spot to visit and I can definitely see why! There are a ton of food options, small shops, drinks, and random entertainment. While walking through, we saw a magician and an acoustic guitar performer. A lot of the shops we stopped at had quick and efficient service, they must be used to the crowds. My only regret was not being able to fit all of the different foods I wanted to try! If you're visiting with a small party or have a small appetite, definitely look up the different options prior to selecting something. (:

1 of 2 Reviews…read more Quality/Quantity - A must visit, but if you can take public transportation, that is the recommended route. Driving and parking is a challenge. 300 + businesses. 11 restaurants & bars. 3 breweries/distilleries. 60 room hotel. Art, culture, water front, water taxis. And of course, the Public Market was crazy busy. Oh, when eating outside, be alert of the seagulls, birds, etc. 50+ businesses just in this market. Ambiance - Amazing history, from a waste land to the thriving business it is today!! Entertainment; see pictures or their websites. Service - Good. Price - Tourist prices, but still very reasonable. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success since the 1970s. We became customers and regulars since the 1990s.

All the usual retailers for savvy shoppers…read more I really enjoyed the European village vibe of this large outdoor shopping outlet. It was sunny and not too hot, while I was walking along the cobblestone pathways. It made the experience feel much more inviting than a typical indoor mall. I like the way you could walk into their food businesses just like an individual store-no crowded food court with tables squished together! Clean washrooms, for some it may be a hassle to go upstairs but elevators are available. A public light rail stop and pay to use EV charging stations are there for your convenience. I had good customer service while purchasing earrings from Oak and Fort and clothes from the Gap and Old Navy. Not screaming deals but they fit the bill for what I was looking for.

See other reviews for pictures…read more Quality/Quantity - Came here two days straight. The first day was on the way to our friend's place and we got to Canada early and had time to kill. But then my wife (and I) started shopping and ran out of time, lol. The second day was to only visit The Harry Rosen store, an upscale men's store which was referred to us. Ambiance - A good size location. An outdoor outlet mall. 82+ businesses. Plenty of parking. Service - Good, I did more shopping than I typically do. But I wanted to support local. Price - US $$ is strong on this trip, so inexpensive. $1 = 1.40 CAD. But it also depends on what you do, buy, eat, or drink. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success since 1993 and with your 21 locations in Canada and Europe (8 countries).

This area is just so fun and beautiful. Bring the kids, sit, watch the seaplanes land and take off…read more Beautiful. 1-star for the food court. Maybe even no stars. Good lord, if you care about your palate, your body, and future generations just do not go here. The future success of addressing global warming depends on you not supporting this subpar food.

Came to check out the food court. Most were fast food so did not consume. Lines and service were…read morequick, I observed before I decided not to line up. Loved the different varieties and selections of cuisines. Value was good. Not expensive. Especially loved the water fountain right outside the food court.

Wow ! I had such a great time . Amazing experience and so much fun ! I now understand my colors!read more

Awesome workshop!!! My friends and I learned so much about our colours and the store is a shopping…read moregem! I've already told my friends about it! I highly recommend this great learning experience!!